European Catechisms & Exposures

Early Masonic printed catechisms and "exposures" are frequently our only
source of knowledge about the evolution and variety of rituals used in
different places as modern "Grand Lodge" Masonry spread out from its
origin in England (1717). This list was submitted by Bro. Philippe R.
Langlet <langlet@unilim.fr>

Note to the general public: Some of these books may contain only those
parts of the Masonic lectures that are not secret -- the lessons and
allegories of Masonry are not considered as such, and books containing
only the public or "monitorial" sections of ritual have even been
published by Grand Lodges.

While all Masons make a solemn promise not to reveal the Craft's "modes
of recognition," some members in every age have disregarded their word
of honor and produced or aided the production books that reveal these
"signs and tokens". Despite the myths and rumors, the only actual
Masonic penalties for revealing these secrets are reprimand, suspension,
or expulsion.